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Composer. He was a leading representative of French Romantic music. Unlike most 19th Century French composers, who were primarily concerned with opera, Saint-Saens worked in nearly every musical genre. His music is elegant, tuneful, and beautifully crafted, though seldom profound. By far his most popular piece is the...

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Meeting Saint-Saëns - Fauré: 15 facts about the Great Composer ... Saint Saens, Romantic Composers, Classical Music Composers, Carnival Of The Animals, Famous Composers, Classical Musicians, Amadeus Mozart, Classic Music, Cellos

At nine, young Gabriel was sent to Paris to study to become a church organist and choirmaster. A few years later, Saint-Saëns (pictured) took charge of piano studies and introduced contemporary music into the college, including works by Schumann, Liszt and Wagner. Saint-Saëns took a great interest in Fauré's progress and a lifelong friendship was born.

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